WPS Chart Tools on Windows FAQ

Last updated:July 13, 2026

Common questions about WPS Chart Tools on Windows usually involve unavailable commands, preview results, and undo behavior; this FAQ covers 4 frequent questions.

FAQ

Why is the Chart Tools button grayed out and unavailable?

  1. Confirm that the file is in editing mode instead of read-only or protected mode.
  2. Return to the slide and click the target chart to make sure you selected the chart object rather than a text box or another element.
  3. Check the top ribbon again to see whether the Chart Tools commands are now available.

Why can’t I see the expected result after editing a chart in WPS on Windows?

  1. Check whether you already confirmed and saved the current changes in the settings panel.
  2. Return to the current slide and see whether the chart has updated.
  3. If the result matters during playback, switch to slideshow mode to review the final display.

How do I undo an action in Chart Tools?

  1. If the result is not what you want, press Ctrl+Z right away.
  2. You can also click Undo on the Quick Access Toolbar.
  3. If you want to restore the action you just reversed, use Redo.

How do I reuse chart settings that I already adjusted?

  1. Finish adjusting the data and settings for the current chart, then save the presentation.
  2. Review other charts in the same presentation to see whether they need similar settings.
  3. Open Chart Tools for each chart and apply matching adjustments to keep the presentation style consistent.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Chart ToolsThe area in WPS Slides that contains commands for editing chart data and chart settings.
Edit DataThe command used to modify the source data behind a chart so the chart content updates accordingly.
More SettingsThe command that opens the advanced settings panel for additional chart display adjustments.